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7 October 2013

The 2013 season ended without significant rain falling in September. When there was a 3 inch rise in water levels followed by a 2 inch rise, fish moved about and the rods prospered. For the rest of the time anglers … Continue reading

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7 June 2013

May fishing dramatically improved on the Helmsdale. The May run was steady and catches were good throughout the month. June has started with falling water levels but catches remain reasonable. To date no grilse have been caught and no sea-trout. … Continue reading

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23 April 2013

The trained team of Helmsdale Board bailiffs was appointed again in April 2013 to carry out external environmental work in fish population and invertebrate surveys for the Forestry Commission on the neighbouring River Halladale.

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2012 Helmsdale Open Days

The Helmsdale salmon fishery board is pleased to announce the Open Days for 2013 will start on Friday January 11th and finish on Tuesday January 15th.  As usual, permits can be acquired, without charge, from either the Helmsdale tackle shop … Continue reading

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28 August 2012

The Helmsdale enjoyed another good season.  There was steady water all summer without significant spates.  Rods continued catching a mix of grilse and summer salmon right through.  There was no lengthy lull in catch rates, although as the numbers built … Continue reading

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